Kensington Intros Keyboard With USB Ports

4/08/2008 12:53:00 PM Eastern

By: by Lisa Johnston

Redwood Shores, Calif. — Kensington’s computer products group announced today it has added a keyboard to its family of Ci70 computer peripherals.

The Ci70 keyboard now comes in a version with integrated USB ports. Two USB 2.0 ports are included, along with a mini USB port at the top of the keyboard. A sliding panel is designed to keep the ports out of sight when not in use.

Other features include five keyboard hotkeys, and media keys that can adjust volume and music-track control. Currently available, the model retails for a suggested $49.99.

Kensington also announced it has added several colors to its line of Ci wireless mice and desktop sets. The Ci70LE wireless mouse ($34.99) is now offered in copper, and the Ci70 wireless mouse ($29.99) is now available in matte black. Finally, the Ci75m wireless notebook mouse ($34.99) is offered in an additional two colors: white and gray. All are currently available.